Meanwhile, the show's new executive producer and head writer, Mal Young, promises viewers a week of high-stakes drama, romance, and compelling returns set to kick off on Monday, the day of the soap's anniversary.

“The Young and the Restless will celebrate its 45th anniversary by proudly looking back at the rich history of the show while propelling our characters into exciting new stories,” he shared via an official show statement. “Viewers will be treated to a week-long, can't-miss-a-minute celebration as storylines take unexpected turns and we welcome faces from the past.”

Special moments fans can look forward to during the week of March 26 include:

As previously reported, Y&R stars are also set to visit Wheel of Fortune on Monday, March 26, as part of the soap's anniversary celebration.

Created by William J. Bell and Lee Phillip Bell, Y&R premiered on March 26, 1973. It has been TV's number one-rated daytime drama for the past 29 years. Y&R airs weekdays on CBS (12:30-1:30 PM, ET; 11:30 AM-12:30 PM, PT).

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